Cox Plate.

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The Cox Plate is one of the most prestigious and highly anticipated races of the Victorian Spring carnival season, often serving as a critical stepping stone toward the Melbourne Cup. Held at Moonee Valley Racecourse in Victoria, this 2040-metre race is one of the longer events on the Australian racing calendar and carries a $5 million prize pool. However, in 2026 (due to the redevelopment of the Moonee Valley venue) the Cox Plate will be held at Flemington Racecourse. It is named after William Samuel Cox, the founder of the Moonee Valley Racing Club, and has been a marquee event since its inception. In 2020, the Cox Plate celebrated its 100th running, further cementing its place in Australian horse racing history.

The race ties into other key events on the racing circuit, with special bonuses offered to horses that win both the Cox Plate and select other major races. With its proximity to the Melbourne Cup, it often serves as a final test of stamina and skill before the famous race. Due to its importance, betting for the Cox Plate opens as early as winter, months ahead of the race itself, drawing eager anticipation from punters and fans alike.

A historic highlight of the Cox Plate came from the legendary mare Winx, dubbed the "Queen of the Australian track," who achieved an unprecedented four consecutive victories in the race from 2015 to 2018. This remarkable feat has yet to be matched. Taking place in late October, just before the Melbourne Cup, the Cox Plate is a centrepiece of the Australian spring racing season.

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Recent Results

In recent years, the Cox Plate races have delivered on action and excitement that builds even after the race to the following events of the Spring Racing Calendar. Here are some of its latest winners:

2026 - TBD, Saturday 24th October at Flemington Racecourse, due to the redevelopment of Moonee Valley Racecourse

2025 - Via Sistina

2024 - Via Sistina

2023 - Romantic Warrior

2022 - Anamoe

2021 - State Of Rest

2020 - Sir Dragonet 

2019 - Lys Gracieux

2018 - Winx

2017 - Winx

2016 - Winx

2015 - Winx

2014 - Adelaide

2013 - Shamus Award

2012 - Ocean Park

2011 - Pinker Pinker

2010 - So You Think